Indianapolis Prize
Recognizing the Leaders Changing the Future for Wildlife
The Wild Needs Heroes. The World Needs to Know Their Names.
Entering its third decade of impact, the Indianapolis Prize honors the world’s most extraordinary conservationists—individuals whose work protects species, prevents extinction and shapes a more hopeful future for wildlife by the Indianapolis Zoo, the Prize elevates leaders driving measurable conservation impact around the globe through recognition, visibility and financial support.
Founded by the Indianapolis Zoo in 2004, the Indianapolis Prize is a biennial program that spotlights global conservation leadership through multiple conservation awards and distinguished honors.
Honors one exceptional conservationist with a $300,000 award to accelerate proven, high-impact work for species survival. Recognized globally as the highest honor in animal conservation.
Honors five leading conservationists whose work has made major contributions to species survival around the world. DeHaan Finalists are recognized for their global reach and leadership in the conservation profession.
Recognizes a rising conservation leader whose innovative work shows extraordinary promise for the future of wildlife conservation. The award provides critical support and global visibility at a pivotal moment to help scale impact and shape the future of conservation.
Honors influential voices who inspire conservation through storytelling, leadership and public engagement. Jane Alexander Award recipients are ambassadors who use their platforms to elevate awareness, action and support for wildlife around the globe.
News & Conservation Impact
Indianapolis Zoo announces 27 conservationists as nominees for the Indianapolis Prize, the world’s leading award for animal conse…
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INDIANAPOLIS,IN – Two local leaders with a rich history in philanthropy and conservation have been named co-chairs of the prestigio…
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The Indianapolis Zoo today launched a global search for the next recipient of the prestigious Indianapolis Prize, the world’s lea…
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